Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 5, 2009

In the aftermath of the summer sales boom fueled by the US Cash for Clunkers program, September 2009 light duty vehicles sales dropped back to pre-incentive lows. With 745,997 cars and light duty trucks sold in September, according to Autodata, sales were down 22.7% Hybrid new vehicle market share by month.

Cash For Clunkers 225

Cash For Clunkers Sale LS 600H Hybrid 225

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AUGUST 4, 2009

Monthly new vehicle market share for hybrids. Buoyed by the US government’s CARS (“Cash for Clunkers”) program, US auto sales slowed their decline in the US in July, dropping on 12.1% to 554, 527 units, while light truck sales dropped 14.1% to 554, 527 units, while light truck sales dropped 14.1% Click to enlarge.

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Cash For Clunkers Sale Hybrid Dodge 150

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2009

Market share of reported hybrid sales in the US. Buoyed by the extension of the US Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program, as well as the availability of more hybrid models on the market, reported sales of hybrids in the US jumped 48.6% All comparisons here are by volume, not adjusted for the daily selling rate.).

Sale 170

Sale Hybrid LS 600H Market 170

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

Other highlights of the latest Trends report include: Light truck market share decreased in MY 2012, but continues to be variable. Light trucks (pickups, minivans/vans, and truck SUVs), accounted for 36% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2012, the second lowest level since 1993. mpg, or 22%. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy 247

Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247